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Washington Week is a weekly show devoted to a civil, in-depth discussion of the week's political news. The show is hosted by Gwen Ifill and sponsored, in part, by National Journal. It is produced by WETA-TV in Washington, D.C. and is broadcast on 90 percent of the nation's PBS stations and the American Forces Radio and TV Network. The show has a 30-minute run time and appears weekly.

The show's format is a roundtable discussion between two to four journalists, at least one of which is from National Journal, moderated by Ifill. The show has a stable of regular and occasional guests. Guests on the show are working journalists employed by magazines and newspapers around the world, including The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal and TIME Magazine.

Washington Week first aired in February 1967 under the name Washington Week in Review. It has been on the air ever since, seeing only minor changes in its over 40-year run. Over the years, it has been nominated for, and received, several awards for journalism including a George Foster Peabody Award for its 2008 election coverage.

The show has been moderated by several different hosts during its run, including John Davenport, Robert MacNeil and Ken Bode. Gwen Ifill had appeared on the show as a guest and occasional guest moderator for years before assuming the role of official moderator in 1999.

In 2006, National Journal became an official partner of the show. The partnership involves the sharing of resources between the two organizations, including access to local news reports and editorial staff. The name, "National Journal," was also added to the title, making the official listing Washington Week in Review with Gwen Ifill and National Journal.

A mass shooting inside a Pittsburgh synagogue leaves a community and country shaken. President Donald Trump makes his final midterm push, hammering a hard line on immigration, in an effort to rally Republican voters. Panelists discuss the key races and issues shaping the closing days of the midterm campaign.

Episode 43 - October 26, 2018

3 weeks ago

A series of suspicious packages sent to high-profile figures critical of President Donald Trump puts the nation on edge just 10 days before the midterms. Panelists discuss the latest in the ongoing investigation and look at key issues looming over the upcoming elections.

Episode 42 - October 19, 2018

1 month ago

Saudi Arabia confirms the death of Washington Post journalist Jamal Khashoggi, saying he died in a fight at the country’s consulate in Istanbul. How will this impact the U.S.-Saudi relationship? Plus, the countdown to the midterm elections continues.

Episode 41 - October 12, 2018

1 month ago

An international mystery over a missing American-based journalist.

Episode 40 - October 5, 2018

1 month ago

Brett Kavanaugh's SCOTUS journey.

Episode 39 - September 28, 2018

2 months ago

A dramatic twist for Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh.

Episode 38 - September 21, 2018

2 months ago

What is the status of Brett Kavanaugh's SCOTUS nomination?

Episode 37 - September 14, 2018

2 months ago

Bob Woodwards latest book, Fear: Trump in the White House," depicts a White House in chaos, and an embattled president at odds with his own advisers. Moderator Robert Costa talks with Woodward about his search for truth, his hundreds of hours of recorded interviews with witnesses and participants in the Trump administration, and why he thinks America should wake up to the president's behavior.

Episode 36 - September 7, 2018

2 months ago

President Donald Trump’s Turmoil.

Episode 35 - August 31, 2018

3 months ago

Staff shake ups, legal turmoil and the Russia Probe.

Episode 34 - August 24, 2018

3 months ago

The legal and political dilemmas facing the Trump administration.

Episode 33 - August 17, 2018

3 months ago

Former CIA director's security clearance revoked.

Episode 32 - August 10, 2018

3 months ago

A nail biter in Ohio has Republicans on edge.

Episode 31 - August 3, 2018

4 months ago

The Trump administration confronts Russian election interference as a showdown with special counsel Robert Mueller looms. Panelists also discussed former Trump campaign chairman Paul Manafort’s trial for tax and bank fraud.

Episode 30 - July 27, 2018

4 months ago

After the Commerce Department announced Friday that the economy grew at a rate of 4.1%, the panelists discussed the impact of the president’s trade policies on the economy. The conversation also turned to the freeze on U.S.-EU trade tensions and the bombshell claims made by former Trump lawyer Michael Cohen. Plus, leaders of the House Freedom Caucus call for the impeachment of AG Rod Rosenstein.

Episode 29 - July 20, 2018

4 months ago

The White House faced a week of contradictions and clarifications following President Donald Trump’s meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Helsinki. The panelists discussed the summit's backlash, including DNI chief Dan Coats' comments and the reaction on Capitol Hill.

Episode 28 - July 13, 2018

4 months ago

A dozen Russian nationals are indicted days before President Donald Trump meets with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Trump also made global headlines during his international trip this week. Panelists discussed his time at the NATO summit and comments about British Prime Minister Theresa May.

Episode 27 - July 6, 2018

4 months ago

President Donald Trump is expected to announce his new Supreme Court nominee on Monday. The panelists discussed the leading contenders who could replace retiring Justice Anthony Kennedy and the confirmation battle brewing on Capitol Hill. Conversation also turned to the resignation of EPA administrator Scott Pruitt and the trade war between the United States and China.

Episode 26 - June 29, 2018

5 months ago

An already historic week of decisions that reflected the Supreme Court’s conservative leanings was punctuated by the announcement that “swing” Justice Anthony Kennedy will retire in July. The panelists discussed the impact of the announcement, including Kennedy's legacy and potential replacements.

Episode 25 - June 22, 2018

5 months ago

President Trump reverses course on separating families at the border and the political, social, and ethical ramifications continue to reverberate. After a turbulent week, the panelists discussed the immigration crisis and the challenges ahead.

Episode 24 - June 15, 2018

5 months ago

12 Russian nationals are indicted for 2016 DNC hacking.

Episode 23 - June 8, 2018

5 months ago

President Trump meets with world leaders at the G-7 summit in Canada

Episode 22 - June 1, 2018

6 months ago

North Korean and American leaders plan to meet June 12.

Episode 21 - May 25, 2018

6 months ago

A massive snag in the pursuit of peace on the Korean peninsula.

Episode 20 - May 18, 2018

6 months ago

Russia probe enters its second year.

Episode 19 - May 11, 2018

6 months ago

After a week dominated by foreign policy headlines, the panelists recapped the release of three Americans by North Korea, the president’s upcoming meeting with Kim Jong Un, and the United States’ move to withdraw from the Iran nuclear deal.

Episode 18 - May 4, 2018

7 months ago

The panelists discussed President Trump’s shifting defense against the Russia probe, the scandal surrounding adult film star Stephanie Clifford, and the escalating confrontation with the Justice Department.

Episode 17 - April 27, 2018

7 months ago

The panelists recapped the historic steps taken by Korean leaders towards denuclearization, turmoil within President Donald Trump's cabinet, and the president's meetings with the leaders of France and Germany and the latest updates in the Iran nuclear deal.

Episode 16 - Apr 20, 2018

7 months ago

Latest updates in the Russia probe, North Korea announces plans to suspend nuclear missile tests. And, the addition of former New York City mayor Rudy Giuliani to President Donald Trump’s personal legal team.

Episode 15 - Apr 13, 2018

7 months ago

On Washington Week (formerly Washington Week with Gwen Ifill) guest journalists weigh in on issues of the week in this venerable roundtable, the first program ever fed by PBS.

Episode 14 - Apr 6, 2018

7 months ago

On Washington Week (formerly Washington Week with Gwen Ifill) guest journalists weigh in on issues of the week in this venerable roundtable, the first program ever fed by PBS.

Episode 13 - Mar 30, 2018

Episode 12 - Mar 23, 2018

8 months ago

Staff shakeups hit the White House.

Episode 11 - Mar 16, 2018

8 months ago

Just 14 months into office, President Trump is looking to reshape his administration.

Episode 10 - Mar 9, 2018

8 months ago

President Trump to meet with North Korea’s Kim Jung Un.

Episode 9 - Mar 2, 2018

Episode 8 - Feb 23, 2018

9 months ago

After the shooting in Florida, the panelists discussed the country’s next steps in the debate over guns. The table also recapped the latest developments in the Russia probe.

Episode 7 - Feb 16, 2018

9 months ago

Latest school shooting reignites the gun control debate.

Episode 6 - Feb 9, 2018

9 months ago

Topics include the Senate's bipartisan budget deal, which may have difficulties in the House; and the resignation of White House staff secretary Rob Porter.

Episode 5 - Feb 2, 2018

10 months ago

Topics include the Russia probe; Nunes memo; and President Trump's State of the Union address.

Episode 4 - Jan 26, 2018

10 months ago

President Trump touts “America First” at Davos, latest developments in the Russia probe.

Episode 3 - Jan 19, 2018

10 months ago

It’s a government on the brink. As the Senate approaches a late Friday night vote to stop a potential government shutdown at midnight, the panelists discussed the ongoing talks and how lawmakers got to this point.

Episode 2 - Jan 12, 2018

10 months ago

President Donald Trump denied he used a vulgar phrase to describe Haiti and African nations during talks with lawmakers inside the Oval Office earlier this week, but the remarks have created an international controversy. The panelists discussed if the White House made a shift to damage control mode and the possible long-term effects of the remarks.

Episode 1 - Jan 5, 2018

10 months ago

Steve Bannon took aim at President Trump in comments in a new book out this week. The panelists discussed the aftermath of "Fire and Fury," along with the retirement of Republican Sen. Orrin Hatch from Utah.

Season 201747 full episodes

Episode 47 - Nov 24, 2017

12 months ago

Robert Costa and this week's panelists look at how the Trump presidency has rocked American politics and what may be ahead in 2018.

Episode 46 - Nov 17, 2017

1 year ago

Go inside the tax debate.

Episode 45 - Nov 10, 2017

1 year ago

The panelists discussed the Roy Moore fallout.

Episode 44 - Nov 3, 2017

1 year ago

Taxes, terrorism, and the widening Russia probe.

Episode 43 - Oct 27, 2017

1 year ago

Is the party of Lincoln becoming the party of Trump?

Episode 42 - Oct 20, 2017

1 year ago

The panelists discussed the deadly ISIS attack on U.S. soldiers.

Episode 41 - Oct 13, 2017

1 year ago

President Trump moves to dismantle Obamacare on his own.

Episode 40 - Oct 6, 2017

1 year ago

The debate about how to prevent similar events has started again in Washington.

Episode 39 - Sep 29, 2017

1 year ago

Price resigns after spending over $400K on private planes.

Episode 38 - Sep 22, 2017

1 year ago

The panelists discuss the GOP’s latest healthcare efforts.

Episode 37 - Sep 15, 2017

1 year ago

President Trump’s negotiations with Democrats may have left his conservative base seething.

Episode 36 - Sep 8, 2017

1 year ago

Donald Trump strikes a deal with Democrats.

Episode 35 - Sep 1, 2017

1 year ago

Panelists discussed the debate surrounding Harvey recovery efforts.

Episode 34 - Aug 25, 2017

1 year ago

The president changes his Afghan strategy.

Episode 33 - Aug 18, 2017

1 year ago

Chief strategist Steve Bannon is out of the Trump administration.

Episode 32 - Aug 11, 2017

1 year ago

The panelists discussed possible options to de-escalate the nuclear standoff.

Episode 31 - Aug 4, 2017

1 year ago

Trump rallies his base while Russia probe continues.

Episode 30 - July 28, 2017

1 year ago

Staff shakeups hit the White House Friday and the Obamacare repeal fails.

Episode 29 - July 21, 2017

1 year ago

Staff shakeups hit the White House Friday. Press secretary Sean Spicer resigned, and Anthony Scaramucci was introduced as President Trump's new communications director. The roundtable also looked back on the first six months of the administration, highlighting the achievements and setbacks.

Episode 28 - July 14, 2017

1 year ago

President Trump's son Donald Trump Jr. released emails detailing a June 2016 meeting with a Russian attorney, and the White House entered crisis mode to contain the fallout. While the president publicly defended his son, Republicans and Democrats on Capitol Hill were critical of the response and continue investigations into possible collusion. Plus, Senate GOP unveiled revised health plan.

Episode 27 - July 7, 2017

1 year ago

Trump pressed Putin about Russia's role in meddling in the U.S. presidential election.

Episode 26 - June 30, 2017

1 year ago

What is the state of health care in America? The Affordable Care Act has been law for seven years, but with 22 million people still uninsured and costs rising, how should lawmakers revise the health care system? We discuss the current health care situation and the plan being considered by Republicans in the Senate.

Episode 25 - June 23, 2017

1 year ago

Five Republican senators said they can't vote for the current health care bill.

Episode 24 - June 16, 2017

1 year ago

Republicans and Democrats came together for a moment of bipartisan unity.

Episode 23 - June 9, 2017

1 year ago

President Trump offered a sharp rebuke to James Comey’s Senate testimony.

Episode 22 - June 2, 2017

1 year ago

Trump says he wants to renegotiate the global climate change.

Episode 21 - May 26, 2017

1 year ago

Trump adviser Jared Kushner is a focus of federal investigations.

Episode 20 - May 19, 2017

2 years ago

As the president was the leaving the country on his first foreign trip, new reports were surfacing on the investigation into Russian meddling in the election and Trump's firing of the FBI director. One White House official is reportedly under investigation for ties to Russia, and Trump told Russia officials that ousted FBI Director James Comey is a "nut job."

Episode 19 - May 12, 2017

2 years ago

In the days since President Trump abruptly fired FBI Director James Comey, the White House has offered many shifting reasons behind the dismissal. The big question that lawmakers are trying to figure out is how Comey's firing will impact the ongoing investigations into Russia's meddling in last year's presidential election.

Episode 18 - May 5, 2017

2 years ago

Republicans in the House performed life-saving measures to revive their long-promised plan to replace Obamacare weeks after their original replacement bill fell short. The recrafted measure is likely to encounter hurdles when it is debated by the Senate, but President Trump counted the bill as a win and a fulfillment of a key campaign promise.

Episode 17 - Apr 28, 2017

2 years ago

Gwen Ifill discusses the latest political news from Washington with a panel of experts.

Episode 16 - Apr 21, 2017

2 years ago

Gwen Ifill discusses the latest political news from Washington with a panel of experts.

Episode 15 - Apr 14, 2017

2 years ago

Gwen Ifill discusses the latest political news from Washington with a panel of experts.

Episode 14 - Apr 7, 2017

2 years ago

The U.S. military fired 69 cruise missiles at targets in Syria.

Episode 13 - Mar 31, 2017

2 years ago

Staff at the Democratic National Committee were asked to resign this month.